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American · San Francisco · $$$
American · San Francisco, CA · $$$$
Saison is a two-Michelin starred, open wood fire restaurant under the leadership of Executive Chef Richard Lee, emphasizing the bounty of California’s evolving terroir and its incredible farmers, ranchers, and fishermen and women. Saison is driven by Lee’s dedication to purity and innovation, paired with a Grand Award-winning wine list, in a dynamic space where guest and team celebrate an intimate, culture-shifting experience. Chef Lee builds upon Saison’s formidable foundation, crafting nuanced flavors with intention, inspired by the culinary diversity of Northern California. Saison has one of the country’s largest and most remarkable selections of Old and New World wine, with a special emphasis on Burgundy. Established by Saison Hospitality co-founder and Saison Winery winemaker Mark Bright, the list is now curated by Beverage & Service Director Molly Greene.
“We recently celebrated our anniversary at Saison, and the evening felt effortlessly special. This is easily the best Michelin-starred restaurant I’ve experienced in the Bay Area so far. Each dish from the Abridged Menu was exquisite, and the wine pairing elevated every course in such a graceful, thoughtful way. I especially loved the smoky notes, the artful plating, and how every dish was both beautiful and deeply flavorful—the kind of food that looks stunning in photos and tastes even better in person. What truly sets Saison apart is the atmosphere. It feels refined yet relaxed, polished but never stiff. There’s none of the intimidating or overly formal energy you sometimes find in fine dining. Instead, it’s warm, inviting, and incredibly comfortable, which makes it perfect for both special occasions and an indulgent night out. A special thank you to our sommelier Jeff, who was outstanding. He was knowledgeable, kind, and incredibly passionate, taking the time to thoughtfully guide us through each wine. Every pairing felt intentional and perfectly matched, and the Junmai sake he selected was an absolute standout. From the cuisine to the service to the overall feeling of the evening, everything came together in a way that felt truly memorable. If you’re looking for a Michelin-starred restaurant (Saison currently holds two Michelin stars.)in the Bay Area that delivers on flavor, artistry, and atmosphere, Saison is not just worth a visit—it’s a must.❤️🔥”
“Wow they might be the best dining deal in San Francisco. All delicious bites at an unreal $78 a person. Sean was fantastic as our server and really completed the experience!”
“We had a wonderful “bar experience” at Saison. Every bite was impressive in both flavor and presentation, and the wagyu beef was absolutely incredible - it truly melted in the mouth. The service was excellent as well, attentive and welcoming. We’re definitely coming back to try the full tasting menu”
“Amazing and deserving of 3 Michelin stars. We had a wine pairing, uni and wagyu supplement and had the perfect dinner experience. Our sommelier told us stories and answered questions about the wine and was overall very personable. Every dish was beautiful and delicious. The cod and sturgeon bites were my favorites. My husband is not usually a seafood person and gave into trying the tasting menu and discovered he liked several things he has avoided trying in the past. Every bite is an example of the perfect version of x. For example I had smoked or preserved tomato and it was the best bite of tomato I've had. They are exemplary in the food they serve and a wonderful experience on fine dining.”
“Service was phenomenal. The food was very underwhelming. Sadly I wasn’t wowed by anything I ate. Actually barely liked anything that I ate. Very disappointing, especially for the price. Though everything was high quality and beautiful. I wouldn’t come back or recommend this to anyone.”
178 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107-1919, United States
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